Hi class. My name is Jessica and I am from New Jersey. I took this class to satisfy one of my elective courses for my Bachelor of Science degree. I am currently working towards my Bachelors degree in psychology. I will be graduating in the spring of 2013.
I have an interest in holistic medicines, alternative therpies, etc. This is why I thought this course would be interesting to take. I am however finding it to be a challenge.
My reflective statement is that I will learn to find more quality time for me. My life is very chaotic. I work full time in a demanding job. I am going to school, so all of my free time is dedicated to school work. I have a husband and a three and a half year old daughter. I try and spend a much time possible with my daughter, which leaves the night time to take care of schoolwork. In a few more weeks, all of her activites will start up again, which means that my Saturdays are a little crazy. I need to make real quality time for me. Even if it is just 10 minutes a day. I need to quiet my mind and clear my thoughts. I know this will help me stay focused and mentally strong.
The meditation tape I thought was good, but I did it at the wrong time. My husband is getting my daughter ready for bed and was starting a bath when I started the tape. She came into the room twice when I was trying to listen to the tape. I was however able to relax to a degree. I find that after I meditate that I become very sleepy. This is not good when it it only 7:30pm at night and there are still TONS to be done. I will try the tape again tomorrow night, when I know I will not have any interuptions.
Jessica, I enjoyed reading your post because I found it inspiring. I'm also very busy, working full time, doing school work and expecting a baby in November. I know it must not be easy to find time, but it helps to hear that there are people surviving with jobs, children and school! I understand the need to make time for myself and to find quiet time. It's difficult now before the baby, so I know it will be a bigger challenge after. Hopefully I can send my husband out of the house with her sometimes. Good luck and I look forward to your posts!
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